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Highlighting Transformed Public Spaces for Park & Recreation Month 2024
July in the United States is National Park and Recreation Month. Initially established by the National Recreation and Park Association in 1985 and gaining official recognition from the U.S. government by way of congressional resolution in 2009, National Park and Recreation Month raises public awareness of the power of parks and recreation to foster strong,…
Levitt Foundation Summer Reads
It’s summer, which means the days are longer, farmers markets are even more vibrant, and Levitt concerts are in full swing. Looking for your next read to bring to the park, beach, or pool? Here are some of our favorite picks that highlight the importance of arts, connection, and joy in communities. Between nonfiction, romance,…
5 LGBTQIA+ Artists Bringing Joy to Levitt Communities This Pride Month
At the Levitt Foundation, our belief that joy is a fundamental human right guides our work to empower communities through free, live music. It’s why each and every Levitt lawn from coast to coast is designed to be a welcoming destination for all of the community members it serves, regardless of one’s gender identity, sexual…
Honoring Black Creativity, Celebrating Black Joy on Levitt Stages this June
Marking both Juneteenth and Black Music Month, June is an especially important time in Black American history and culture—and Levitt concert sites around the country are proud to honor and celebrate Black creativity and joy this summer. Regarded by many institutions as America’s second Independence Day, Juneteenth (officially Juneteenth National Independence Day) was first commemorated…
Levitt Communities Celebrating Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Heritage All Season Long
Throughout the year, venues and concert sites across the Levitt network present programming that champions both seasoned and rising Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) performing artists, honors the legacy of trailblazing AANHPI musicians, and celebrates the collective impact of the AANHPI community while also underscoring the cultural diversity of the Asian and…
How Free Outdoor Concerts in Public Spaces Make Communities Healthier
Since 1949, May in the United States has been designated Mental Health Awareness Month: a time for Americans to engage in important conversations around mental health. Established by nonprofit Mental Health America, the observance highlights the importance of destigmatizing mental illness, advocating for public education and policies addressing mental health, and supporting individuals, families, and…
Get to Know Levitt Venues’ Remarkable Executive Directors
As the 2024 Levitt season kicks into high gear—bringing the joy of free outdoor concerts to 40+ communities across America—the Levitt Foundation is taking a moment to applaud the seven phenomenal executive directors of Friends of Levitt nonprofits within the Levitt network, who, with the support of their incredible teams, are empowering communities through free,…
In Conversation with 2024 Levitt National Tour Artist, The War and Treaty
This summer, multi-GRAMMY-nominated duo The War and Treaty will headline the 2024 Levitt National Tour, performing their sonic blend of blues, gospel, soul, bluegrass, and country for Levitt audiences across the country. Formed by husband and wife team Tanya and Michael Trotter, the band will play at Levitt Pavilion Arlington (Friday, June 21); Levitt Pavilion…
Spotlight on Levitt Volunteers During National Volunteer Month
Across the country, the 2024 Levitt concert season is springing to life in nearly 45 towns and cities, bringing joy to audiences of all ages and backgrounds through 650+ free concerts. None of this would be possible without the committed volunteers fueling each series. From setup and hospitality to helping with sound and lighting; marketing…
Sharing the Levitt Model at the South & Appalachia Creative Placemaking Summit
Have you ever wondered what goes into planning a free outdoor concert series, like the kind that takes place at Levitt venues and concert sites across the country? Well, you’re in the right place—and so were attendees of the 2024 Creative Placemaking Summit South & Appalachia, which unfolded in March in Atlanta, where creative placemaking…